The US president was George W. Bush (Republican). In that special week people in US were listening to Low by Flo Rida. Jumper, directed by Doug Liman, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2008. An Inconvenient Book by Glenn Beck and Kevin Balfe was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 2008.

Famous people born on this day include Shane Blanchard. In UK That's My Goal by Shayne Ward was in the top 5 hits. Firewall, directed by Richard Loncraine, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2006. Every Breath You Take by Judith McNaught was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 2006.

The US president was Bill Clinton (Democrat). In that special week people in US were listening to I Knew I Loved You by Savage Garden. Boiler Room, directed by Ben Younger, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2000. The Lion'S Game by Nelson DeMille was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 2000.

Famous people born on this day include Almer Cason. In that special week people in US were listening to Truly Madly Deeply by Savage Garden. The Man in the Iron Mask, directed by William Richert, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1998. Cat & Mouse by James Patterson was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1998.

Famous people born on this day include Nick Medina. In that special week people in US were listening to Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton. Absolute Power, directed by Clint Eastwood, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1997. The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley and William D. Danko was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1997.

Famous people born on this day include Joel Courtney. In UK Earth Song by Michael Jackson was in the top 5 hits. White Squall, directed by Ridley Scott, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1996. It Takes A Village by Hillary Rodham Clinton was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1996.

Famous people born on this day include Logan Butler. In UK Cotton Eye Joe by Rednex was in the top 5 hits. Project: Metalbeast, directed by Alessandro De Gaetano, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1995. Kiss The Girls by James Patterson was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1995.

Famous people born on this day include Kenneth Zohore. In UK Twist And Shout by Chaka Demus & Pliers featuring Jack Radics & Taxi Gang was in the top 5 hits. Sirens, directed by John Duigan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1994. Bad Love by Jonathan Kellerman was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1994.

The US president was George H. W. Bush (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Tyler Seguin. In that special week people in US were listening to All 4 Love by Color Me Badd. Medicine Man, directed by John McTiernan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1992. Toujours Provence by Peter Mayle was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1992.

Famous people born on this day include Amy Jackson. In that special week people in US were listening to The First Time by Surface. Operation Condor, directed by Jackie Chan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1991. Patrimony by Philip Roth was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1991.

Famous people born on this day include Cro (singer). In that special week people in US were listening to How Am I Supposed To Live Without You by Michael Bolton. Grand Slam, directed by Giuliano Montaldo, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1990. Wonderful Life by Stephen Jay Gould was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1990.

The US president was Ronald Reagan (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Dylan Scott. In UK I Think We're Alone Now by Tiffany was in the top 5 hits. She's Having a Baby, directed by John Hughes, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1988. The Cat Who Came For Christmas by Cleveland Amory was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1988.

Famous people born on this day include Marcus Mumford. In that special week people in US were listening to At This Moment (Live) by Billy Vera. Beyond Therapy, directed by Robert Altman, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1987. Necessary Losses by Judith Viorst was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1987.

Famous people born on this day include Pauline Parmentier. In UK West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys was in the top 5 hits. Lady Jane, directed by Trevor Nunn, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1986. Skeleton Crew by Stephen King was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1986.

Famous people born on this day include Grégory Baugé. In that special week people in US were listening to Like A Virgin by Madonna. Mischief, directed by Mel Damski, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1985. Strong Medicine by Arthur Hailey was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1985.

Famous people born on this day include Jeremy Wariner. In that special week people in US were listening to Owner Of A Lonely Heart by Yes. Reckless, directed by James Foley, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1984. Blue Highways by William Least Heat Moon was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1984.

Famous people born on this day include Keen'V . In UK You Can't Hurry Love by Phil Collins was in the top 5 hits. Videodrome, directed by David Cronenberg, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1983. Deadeye Dick by Kurt Vonnegut was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1983.

Famous people born on this day include Elena Paparizou. In UK The Model / Computer Love by Kraftwerk was in the top 5 hits. Personal Best, directed by Robert Towne, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1982. Gorky Park by Martin Cruz Smith was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1982.

The US president was Jimmy Carter (Democrat). Famous people born on this day include K-Maro . In that special week people in US were listening to Rock With You by Michael Jackson. Inferno, directed by Dario Argento, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1980. The Last Enchantment by Mary Stewart was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1980.

Famous people born on this day include Brahim Asloum. In UK YMCA by The Village People was in the top 5 hits. The Warriors, directed by Walter Hill, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1979. Nurse by Peggy Anderson was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1979.

Famous people born on this day include Fabián Caballero. In UK Mull Of Kintyre / Girl's School by Wings was in the top 5 hits. The One and Only, directed by Carl Reiner, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1978. All Things Wise And Wonderful by James Herriot was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1978.

Famous people born on this day include Kerry Washington. In that special week people in US were listening to Car Wash by Rose Royce. Suspiria, directed by Dario Argento, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1977. The Hite Report On Male Sexuality by Shere Hite was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1977.

The US president was Gerald Ford (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Silke Bodenbender. In that special week people in US were listening to Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To) by Diana Ross. Taxi Driver, directed by Martin Scorsese, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1976. The Choirboys by Joseph Wambaugh was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1976.

Famous people born on this day include Preity Zinta. In UK Streets Of London by Ralph McTell was in the top 5 hits. Report to the Commissioner, directed by Milton Katselas, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1975. The Dogs Of War by Frederick Forsyth was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1975.

The US president was Richard Nixon (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Ary Abittan. In that special week people in US were listening to You're Sixteen by Ringo Starr. Blazing Saddles, directed by Mel Brooks, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1974. The Hollow Hills by Mary Stewart was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1974.

Famous people born on this day include Portia de Rossi. In UK Long Haired Lover From Liverpool by Little Jimmy Osmond was in the top 5 hits. Steelyard Blues, directed by Alan Myerson, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1973. All Creatures Great And Small by James Herriot was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1973.

Famous people born on this day include Patricia Velásquez. In UK My Sweet Lord by George Harrison was in the top 5 hits. Get Carter, directed by Mike Hodges, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1971. Passenger To Frankfurt by Agatha Christie was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1971.

Famous people born on this day include Minnie Driver. In that special week people in US were listening to Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head by B.J. Thomas. Start the Revolution Without Me, directed by Bud Yorkin, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1970. Present At The Creation by Dean Acheson was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1970.

The US president was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat). Famous people born on this day include Doug Pederson. In that special week people in US were listening to Judy In Disguise (With Glasses) by John Fred & His Playboy Band. Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Daughter, directed by Saul Swimmer, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1968. The Gabriel Hounds by Mary Stewart was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1968.

Famous people born on this day include Chad Channing. In UK Green Green Grass Of Home by Tom Jones was in the top 5 hits. The Spy in the Green Hat, directed by Joseph Sargent, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1967. The Jury Returns by Louis Nizer was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1967.

Famous people born on this day include Jorge González (wrestler). In that special week people in US were listening to We Can Work It Out by The Beatles. The Ugly Dachshund, directed by Norman Tokar, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1966. Is Paris Burning? by Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1966.

Famous people born on this day include Giorgos Gasparis. In that special week people in US were listening to Downtown by Petula Clark. Gumnaam, directed by Raja Nawathe, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1965. The Kennedy Years by Harold Faber was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1965.

The US president was John F. Kennedy (Democrat). Famous people born on this day include Manuela di Centa. In UK The Next Time / Bachelor Boy by Cliff Richard was in the top 5 hits. Ophélia, directed by Claude Chabrol, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1963.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1963.

Famous people born on this day include Bruce McGuire. In UK The Young Ones by Cliff Richard was in the top 5 hits. Crosstrap, directed by Robert Hartford-Davis, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1962. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1962.

The US president was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Grant Morrison. In that special week people in US were listening to Running Bear by Johnny Preston. Visit to a Small Planet, directed by Norman Taurog, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1960. The Silent Traveller In Boston by Chiang Yee was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1960.

Famous people born on this day include Patti Layne. In UK Great Balls Of Fire by Jerry Lee Lewis was in the top 5 hits. A Tale of Two Cities, directed by Ralph Thomas, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1958. The Age Of Revolution by Winston S. Churchill was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1958.

Famous people born on this day include Johnny Rotten. In UK Sixteen Tons by Tennessee Ernie Ford was in the top 5 hits. The Gamma People, directed by John Gilling, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1956. The Man In The Gray Flannel Suit by Sloan Wilson was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1956.

Famous people born on this day include Sergei Ivanov. In UK You Belong To Me by Jo Stafford was in the top 5 hits. Treasure of the Golden Condor, directed by Delmer Daves, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1953. The Cross And The Crown by Norman Beasley was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1953.

The US president was Harry S. Truman (Democrat). Famous people born on this day include Christopher Stokowski. The Big Trees, directed by Felix E. Feist, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1952. The Dark Moment by Ann Bridge was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1952.